Fall is definitely here…
Mid last week, we had some 90 degree and humid weather, but then over night it turned quite cool.
The following morning, you could fill a distinct nip or chill in the air. It was as if Fall arrived with a blink of an eye in the course of a mere few hours of shut eye over night – Wake me up September is most definitely here and not over yet.
And even though we made it to 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies, it was still not a summer 70 degrees, but more a fall, breezy 70.
So, I knew what I had to do and got cracking as far as being more organized went…
Because school (on our third week in now) and soccer (on our way to week three) are definitely in need of me keeping up and being on top of all that is needed for the school year and sports season, as well now.
Having fun at the second week of soccer…
On Friday, I took a ride with Lily to Target, while Emma was in school to try my hand at being the mom who at the very least will no longer forget things, such as kindergarten orientation (yes, most who read this blog are aware that I did indeed do that and surely won’t be living that down any time soon here).
What was I looking for and end up buying to help me be more organized?
A countertop/desktop organizer to put papers (yes everyday more papers from school come home) and pens, as well as other important school supplies, such as scissors and such…
The first step at being more organized…
And a cork bulletin board to hang all upcoming and important notices from the school, as well…
And here is the second step to being that much more organized!
And yet as organized as I have gotten, I couldn’t stop Lily from coming down with her very first head cold of the Fall season this past weekend.
That’s right this past weekend on top of all the wonderful that surrounded us, Lily was running a low grade fever, as well as complaining of a stuffy nose (Kevin told me with her little nasal voice she sounded like she was drunk! – But seriously she just sounded so pathetic).
Mickey Mouse & Her Blanket Was Just What the Doctor Ordered!
So, she ending up vegging out, while watching her fair share of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse On Demand with her blanket on our couch. Ironically enough, I got to try out my newest Influenster VoxBox get, because of this though.
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Bill says
I’m exhausted reading about your life, Janine. LOL Seriously..go take a nap. 🙂 Have a great evening my friend.
Simply Suzannes at Home says
Thanks so much for hosting, Ladies!!
Have a great week,
Suzanne
Emily says
I so get you on the September disorganized feeling…I call it “September madness.” When my kids were starting “real school” way back when, I too bought an organizer with 3 shelfs (for 3 different kids) for papers, homework, etc. which I keep in the kitchen. And to this day, I still use it! So, I’d say you’re on the right track – love the bulletin board too!
Erin Callaway says
Poor Lily… it’s the back to school colds starting already. Sean had one too. I am in the process of organizing as well (back to school and the entire house). It’s never ending!!! Good Luck!
Diane Roark says
Janine,
I organized my bathrooms this past weekend. The challenge is to keep them organized. I really do hope Lily starts to feel better soon and Emma does not get sick.
Blessings,
Diane
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Yay, there are so many great things linked up to check out!!
Pure Grace Farms says
I love this party. So many great posts to see. Thanks for hosting Janine and have a wonderful rest of your week.
Blessings,
Shari
Katherines Corner says
you are on the go go go. Loving the soccer photo. I am all about organization, the board is terrific. back to school means back to cootie town, sad face, LOL. I hope she is feeling much better now. I am all linked up and I look forward to visiting some of these terrific blog. Big hugs and thank you for hosting
Bev says
It did seem to feel like fall overnight! It’s my favorite season, so very excited it’s here 🙂 Eve got a little cold already too, and then promptly passed it onto me right in time for the start of my vacation, boo!
thedoseofreality says
You ARE organized!! 🙂 I try to pretend like I will do stuff like that every fall when school starts back up and then I pretty much don’t. I think the bag of last year’s end of the year stuff is still sitting on my back stairs! 😉 Hope sweet Lily is feeling better!-Ashley
Rosey says
I’ve got one with a runny nose too, but he’s not down and out quite yet. Soccer starts tomorrow here and it’s already chchchchch-hily. 🙂
Love your organization over there!!
another jennifer says
All those papers from school! Drives me nuts. But, as moms, we need to figure out how to organize it all. I’m thinking of getting bulletin board specifically for timely school papers we need to deal with each week. Thanks for sharing how you organize. You’ve got me inspired!
Kimberly says
Hello cute lady! I love stopping by your party each week. Thank you. I hope you get a chance to stop by our party. We love having you! http://loulougirls.blogspot.com
Happy Wednesday! Lou Lou Girls
Tamara says
I couldn’t stop pinning! By the time I got to the comment section, I forgot what I meant to say!
Only to say that I hope this 70 degree sunny day will warm the house that we won’t resort to heat or pellet stove for tonight’s low of 39. Yikes!
And I hope you all stay as healthy as possible.
Kim says
Wow – it pays to be a little behind to the blog hop – so many incredible links here!!!
Bummer that Lily was sick – those colds with fevers have been going around big time here!!!
Brittnei says
Aw poor Lily! I’m glad you are feeling more organized these days. I hope you will be able to get over your mistake soon. Emma was so delightful about it. Her words actually made me smile. 🙂
Chris Carter says
I love what you did to get organized Janine!! I have seen that exact same silver organizer and I keep thinking how much I NEED it!! Bulletin board is a MUST over here…. um, I need to get that too! I just stick stuff randomly on the fridge!! LOL
Your poor babygirl!! I hope she is feeling better now! Oh she is just so precious in that picture!!
Pam@over50feeling40 says
Some great reading! Thanks for sharing with katies favorite things blog hop!
Stacey C. says
Janine,
I just wanted to stop by to personally thank you for making my 1st e-book Editors Pick of the week! 🙂
Nellie @ Brooklyn Active Mama says
Great link up as usual! I am about to go browse all of these yummy recipes!
Amanda @ Growing Up Madison says
WOW! There are so many awesome linkups where do I even begin. So sorry to hear about Lily getting sick. I felt horrible all week last week with my allergies. It was totally horrible. Hope she’s doing much better now.
Aunt Gloria says
Hope Lily is much better by now. The school routine is now settled in and hope all is well. See you soon. Happy weekend. Hugs and xxxxx to all 🙂
Aunt Gloria says
Glad Lily is better and ready for another week of fun and pre-school!
Rabia @TheLiebers says
I’m working on being more organized too. I bought a binder to keep all the school notes and info in. Now I have a pile of papers and an empty binder! I need to sit down and sort before the papers take over!!
Lily Lau says
I used to have a cork board too, although I’m not in school age… Hahaha! Nice idea, your little girl will enjoy it pretty much.